Category: Events

Buyer registration and hotel reservations are trending up and demand for exhibit space is strong for the upcoming Dallas Total Home & Gift Market taking place January 10-16. The first trade event of the new year will welcome retail decision makers from around the world to experience hundreds of new brands and collections, one-of-a-kind and artisan items, and inspiring special exhibits and events. “Buyers are eager to be first in line to discover new products and place orders in Dallas,” said Cindy Morris, president and CEO of Dallas Market Center. “We are anticipating a strong show, with retailers and designers seeking a single location for new products, connection, and inspiration. We will welcome buyers from all 50 states plus Canada, Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and other regions.”

Entries for the Brand & Lifestyle Licensing Awards 2024 are now officially open – with the event returning to the Royal Lancaster London on Thursday 25 April 2024. Now in its ninth year, the 2024 B&LLAs gives the brand and lifestyle licensing and retail sector an opportunity to be recognized and rewarded separately to the massive character and entertainment licensing sector covered by The Licensing Awards.

This Christmas, Langham Place, in partnership with the iconic toy platform kkplus, is delighted to announce the launch of a groundbreaking festive experience with Cloudco Entertainment’s Care Bears property. Known for its vibrant and heartwarming message of sharing, caring, and friendship, the Care Bears will be boarding the “Care Bears Express” for their inaugural voyage in Hong Kong, creating an enchanting holiday spectacle. “Care Bears have always been about spreading joy and love, and what better time to amplify this message than during the Christmas season,” says Charlotte Payne, Director of International Licensing at Cloudco Entertainment. “We’re thrilled to see the ‘Care Bears Express’ come to life in Hong Kong, inviting fans to immerse themselves in the world of Care-a-Lot at Langham Place.”

Industry votes for the 2023 Kidscreen Hot50 ranking have been cast and tallied. Kidscreen is thrilled to announce the top 50 kids entertainment companies of 2023 in broadcasting, production, distribution, licensing and digital media.

Organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, the 50th edition of Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair, the 15th Hong Kong Baby Products Fair and the 22nd Hong Kong International Stationery & School Supplies Fair will be held from 8-11 January 2024 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center. The fairs will return in EXHIBITION+ hybrid model, complemented by the “Click2Match”, an online smart business matching platform that will operate on 1-18 January, providing an extended platform for traders to connect beyond geographical limits.

NY NOW, owned by Emerald Holding, Inc (NYSE: EEX), the largest, premier wholesale trade show in New York serving the gift, home and accessories marketplace, is preparing for the 100th anniversary of the event with the upcoming 2024 Winter Market. At the center of this commemoration will be key enhancements aimed at providing an even more collaborative and immersive experience for the thousands of exhibitors and tens of thousands of attendees expected to attend NY NOW, scheduled for February 4–7, 2024, at New York City’s Javits Center. Designers, industry veterans, and members of the media are cordially invited to attend.

On November 18 and 19, Target held an open air 2023 Holiday Wonderland for New York citizens and families to attend. The event was packed with activities and opportunities to earn treats, target gift cards, swag, and more! Attractions included a full display of hot upcoming Target toys for holiday 2023, a miniature target check out counter and photo opp, a Nintendo booth with competitive Mario Kart, and a demo of the highly anticipated Super Mario Wonder, a full gingerbread house village diorama, a VR station, a cameo appearance from Bullseye the Dog,  and much much more.

Hasbro, a leading toy and game company, in collaboration with Amazon announced a free pop-up event in New York City to help families kick-off the enchanting holiday celebrations alongside their favorite Hasbro brands and characters. Showcasing a diverse selection of Hasbro’s top holiday toys now available in Amazon’s store (Hasbro Toyland), the special event will feature fun-filled holiday-themed activities, photo opportunities, product displays and more. The three-day event will take place on Friday, December 8 through Sunday, December 10, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. in New York, NY, on the High Line (between 15th St. and 16th St.).

Squishmallows by Jazwares and the Monster High Skullector Line by Mattel have received top honors, taking home the 2023 Toy of the Year (TOTY) Awards’ coveted overall “Toy of the Year” award and “People’s Choice” honor, respectively. A representation of the most creative, imaginative, and fun products perfect for gifting this holiday season, The Toy Foundation (TTF) previously announced the product category winners at the 2023 TOTY Awards celebration in September.